Coverings has unveiled the top tile trends for 2024 in celebration of National Tile Day on February 23. The official industry holiday shines an important spotlight on the sustainability, durability and beauty – among many other benefits – of ceramic tile in residential, commercial, hospitality, industrial, indoor and outdoor design.
Addressing Low Grout Joints with Tile Installation Standards
Have you looked at the photos in this article and noticed a real problem? They all demonstrate low grout joints which do not meet the tile industry standards. To meet these standards, the grout must adequately fill the space which obviously these examples do not.
Here is one of the key items you can expect to learn at the upcoming UofCTS live course at Coverings in April. If you’re a sales rep working on specifications with designers and architects, then no doubt you have run into your product getting substituted with something else.
Fly Me to the Moon: Mosaic Mural is Archived on First American Moon Landing in Over 50 Years
On February 22, 2024 — for the first time in over 50 years — an American spacecraft has touched down on the surface of the moon. Among the payloads this robotic, privately-built lunar lander carries is one very special item — an archive of a mosaic called “Whales” by artist Mia Tavonatti.
As a countdown to Coverings, each week we’ll present a new trend we expect to see at the show this year. To kick things off, our first 2024 tile trend is contemporary concrete looks.
Timeless Beauty: Chicago Landmark Restored to Its Natural Stone Glory
After the 1871 Great Chicago Fire, many homes made of wood were destroyed. When it came time to build new homes, laws were passed to prevent a similar disaster.
The leader in high-quality quarry tile, Metropolitan Ceramics recently added the new QuarryBasics® Ironspot to its product offering.
Unique and specifiable, QuarryBasics® Ironspot is a durable matte finish floor tile with a subtle through-body salt and pepper look. Ironspot 6’’ x 6’’ tiles are available in two popular colors, Puritan Gray and Mayflower Red, each with a ½-inch thickness for added strength and performance. QuarryBasics® Ironspot excelled in eight rigorous durability categories, including breaking strength and abrasion resistance. Designed with a focus on heavy use, functionality and visual appeal in mind, QuarryBasics® Ironspot stands out as the preferred choice for demanding projects.
Tile of Spain Companies Exhibit at the 40th Edition of Cevisama
Celebrating its 40th anniversary, Cevisama is taking place February 26th to March 1st at Feria Valencia. This historic edition will feature over 86,000 square feet of exhibition space where over 500 exhibitors and 74,000 visitors from around the world will converge to celebrate design, innovation, sustainability and new ceramic materials.
A change of approach is often the secret to achieving new goals and improved results. A famous example is that of Dick Fosbury, the US high jumper who revolutionised his sport by introducing the Fosbury Flop in place of the then prevalent straddle technique, winning gold medal at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics in the process.
Coverings is North America’s preeminent event for the ceramic tile & natural stone industry. Head to Atlanta this April to discover breathtaking product innovations, valuable insights, and essential industry connections you need to grow your business.
